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Russia drops record 5,717 bombs on Ukraine in January
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Russia drops record 5,717 bombs on Ukraine in January

Russian combat aviation dropped a record 5,717 aerial bombs on Ukrainian territory in January 2026, marking the highest monthly figure since the start of the full-scale invasion, according to calculations published by Militarnyi. Data compiled by the OSINT experts show that Russian forces increased the use of aerial bombs by 26 percent compared with December […]

Defence Blog Aviation Feb 01, 2026
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United Moves Micronesia / Intra-Asia Service to all-737 MAX by Dec 2026
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United Moves Micronesia / Intra-Asia Service to all-737 MAX by Dec 2026

Published at 0300PST / 1100GMT 01FEB26United during the weekend of 29JAN26’s schedule update filed service changes to Micronesia and intra-Asia service, as the Star Alliance member intends to switch all Boeing 737-800 aircraft service to 737 MAX 8 by 01DEC26 at the latest. Planned 737 MAX 8 operation, replacing -800 as follows.Planned aircraft change may be moving forward in the next few months.Guam – Chuuk – Pohnpei – Kosrae – Kwajalein – Majuro – Honolulu eff 03DEC26 2 weeklyGuam – Chuuk – Poh

AeroRoutes Feb 01, 2026
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Topsoe Backs China’s Growing Sustainable Aviation Fuel Industry
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Topsoe Backs China’s Growing Sustainable Aviation Fuel Industry

As China accelerates its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) rollout, Danish technology firm Topsoe is becoming a key player in China sustainable aviation fuel development. With multiple Topsoe SAF projects supporting SAF production China and China SAF production capacity expansion, the company is helping deliver large-scale sustainable aviation fuel projects in China under the country’s dual-carbon […] The post Topsoe Backs China’s Growing Sustainable Aviation Fuel Industry appeared first on Travel

Travel Radar Feb 01, 2026
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India selects V-BAT drones for Army ISR missions
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India selects V-BAT drones for Army ISR missions

India has selected Shield AI to supply V-BAT unmanned aircraft and autonomy software to the Indian Army, confirming a new defense procurement focused on autonomous intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance operations. According to Shield AI, the agreement includes delivery of V-BAT vertical takeoff and landing drones along with licenses for the company’s Hivemind autonomy software, which […]

Defence Blog Aviation Feb 01, 2026
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U.S. sends Growlers to Middle East amid possible Iran strike
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U.S. sends Growlers to Middle East amid possible Iran strike

The United States has deployed six EA-18G Growler electronic warfare aircraft to the Middle East as part of a new force movement linked to preparations for a possible strike on Iran, according to open-source flight tracking data and regional air activity observed this week. The U.S. Navy Growlers departed from Naval Air Station Oceana in […]

Defence Blog Aviation Feb 01, 2026
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SpaceX disables Starlink terminals on Russian strike drones
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SpaceX disables Starlink terminals on Russian strike drones

According to Ukrainian authorities, Russian forces in recent weeks began using attack drones equipped with Starlink terminals to conduct strikes against military targets inside Ukraine. The issue was raised urgently with SpaceX after Russian drones using satellite connectivity were detected operating over Ukrainian cities. Ukraine’s Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov said the defense team contacted […]

Defence Blog Aviation Feb 01, 2026
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How aircraft tariffs shape commercial aviation
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How aircraft tariffs shape commercial aviation

Aircraft tariffs have a history of reshaping markets and have had a significant effect on commercial aviation; trade disputes always make headlines when there has been political tension, and the effects linger long-term. Recently, Trump announced tariffs that threaten to reshape commercial aviation amid rising global trade tensions, following the imposition of a 50% tariff […] The post How aircraft tariffs shape commercial aviation appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.

Travel Radar Feb 01, 2026
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Frankfurt Airport Trials New Bluetooth Technology For Gate Announcements to Improve Accessibility
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Frankfurt Airport Trials New Bluetooth Technology For Gate Announcements to Improve Accessibility

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) has become the first airport worldwide to use Bluetooth Auracast for gate announcements in a significant trial. Passengers at Gates A16 and A17 can now hear updates directly on their devices. This helps travellers with hearing loss, who are among the 1.5 billion people globally living with this condition. A Leap Forward […] The post Frankfurt Airport Trials New Bluetooth Technology For Gate Announcements to Improve Accessibility appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation N

Travel Radar Feb 01, 2026
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ETF Airways 737 grounded in Argentina after hailstorm damage
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ETF Airways 737 grounded in Argentina after hailstorm damage

A Boeing 737-800, registered 9A-LAB and operated by Croatia’s ACMI specialist ETF Airways, sustained serious damage during a hailstorm in the Argentinian city of Cordoba on January 1. The severity of the impact has left the aircraft grounded ever since. The province of Cordoba experienced extreme weather conditions on New Year’s Day, with winds reaching up to seventy kilometres per hour, heavy rainfall and intense hail. The storm resulted in one fatality and caused widespread damage to vehicles

EX-YU Aviation News Feb 01, 2026
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TRIP REPORT: Zagreb - New Orleans
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TRIP REPORT: Zagreb - New Orleans

TRIP REPORTWritten by MMThis round trip consisted of six flights operated by three airlines, using six different aircraft and passing through six different airports. The ticket was purchased as a round trip through United as the main carrier. In the end, this proved to be a good choice, as I was very satisfied with United’s overall service.The journey began with a morning Croatia Airlines flight to Munich. I arrived at the airport quite early, and it was in its usual rhythm. There were no crowds

EX-YU Aviation News Feb 01, 2026
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Trending in January
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Trending in January

The following are the ten most read articles on EX-YU Aviation News throughout January 2026 according to accumulated statistics:  1. Wizz Air announces new Belgrade routes following successful 2025, January 122. Air Serbia unveils seventh new route as Belgrade secures over a dozen services, January 14 3. Winter weather disrupts EX-YU air traffic, January 44. Skopje Airport prepares for unprecedented growth, January 35. Eurowings to launch new Belgrade service,

EX-YU Aviation News Feb 01, 2026
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US Mandates Aircraft to Keep 25-hour Cockpit Voice Recordings Under New FAA Rule
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US Mandates Aircraft to Keep 25-hour Cockpit Voice Recordings Under New FAA Rule

The United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has finalised a new rule this week, which will mandate aircraft cockpit voice recorders (CVRs) to retain 25 hours of recordings. Previously, aircraft were required to maintain only two hours of data. This rule affects all new passenger aircraft starting in 2027. Importance of CVR data CVRs retain […] The post US Mandates Aircraft to Keep 25-hour Cockpit Voice Recordings Under New FAA Rule appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.

Travel Radar Feb 01, 2026
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